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An Easy Fix to Curb Extra Pounds in 2008 By Lauren Muscarella (December 2007) 1. Liquid Calories: According to research from Purdue University, liquid calories do not have strong satiety mechanisms. Therefore, liquids do not suppress hunger, subsequently increasing overall calorie intake. Studies have shown that too many liquid calories can lead to an average [...]

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By Lauren Muscarella (November 2007) Going into the holidays with a plan for working out and eating helps to maintain weight. Here are some tips, expert advice and recipes to celebrate without losing your physique. Last year is last year, this year take control of your health from Thanksgiving to New Year’s day. Research shows [...]

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Learn how to find the right running shoe for Washington’s unpredictable fall and winter weather from running expert and The Running Company manager Ben Cooke. Q: How do you know if your running shoe will sustain slick conditions? A: A good off-road or trail running and walking shoe will have several features that make them [...]

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If you are looking to recharge after a hard workout, it’s best to avoid using artificial ingredients and sugary supplements. Try to use 100 percent juice, organic fruit, and plain yogurt. The juice and fruit will add a sweet taste. This recipe may contain berries, but substituting a different juice and adding other fruits works [...]

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Amy Lee believes maintaining a healthy lifestyle is challenging and therefore requires hard work and positive motivations. Her mission as a Certified Personal Trainer is to meet the goals of each individual client with customized training sessions. Amy has put together the following workout for people traveling and those who won’t be in Balance as [...]

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An Enduring Measure of Fitness: The Simple Push-up

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As you can see, the Balance Blog is just beginning. The article below appeared in last month’s newsletter. Eventually you will be able to find all Balance articles and get updates on gym happenings…especially for those frustrated by the “hours of operation.” Check back next month to see a thriving Balance Blog.

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By Lauren Muscarella (January 2008) Making healthy choices requires taking responsibility from the onset of the week. The all-too-common “tired after work” bit is easy to understand. Luckily enough, it is easy to alleviate at least 90 percent of the time. As annoying as it is to hear “just come up with a menu,” it [...]

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